Buddhism is both deeply personal and profoundly social. In the neutral tones of academic language, we might say that secular Buddhism, and secularized forms of Buddhist practice such as mindfulness, are simply adaptations to a new society. This picture is […]
IBS is pleased to offer this year's first Virtual Open House. Come learn about our stackable curriculum, degree and certificate programs, financial aid and more! Sōtō Zen Buddhist Studies Certificate Program Director Rev. Dr. Daijaku Kinst, chaplaincy program coordinator Chenxing […]
Authority and Normativity in and Between Buddhist Traditions 9 AM - 12:30 PM PT Registration info here The question “what is Buddhism?” is deceptively uncomplicated. Scratching beneath the surface of this question presents a host of issues surrounding who has […]
The Institute of Buddhist Studies will hold its Annual Memorial Service via Zoom on Thursday, November 11, 2021, at 7:00 pm (Pacific time). This will be an opportunity for us to remember all of the many people who have allowed […]
IBS is pleased to offer a Virtual Open House on January 26, 2022. Come learn about our stackable curriculum, degree and certificate programs, financial aid and more! IBS alumni Rev. Blayne Higa and dharma teacher and chaplain Dawn Neal will […]
Ōjōyōshū- A Collection on the Essentials Concerning Birth and Shinran Shōnins 「往生要集』と親鸞聖人」 Professor Bunei Takada, Ryukoku University, Faculty of Letters: Shin Buddhist Studies Ōjōyōshū - A Collection on the Essentials Concerning Birth is the important scripture in Shin Buddhist studies. […]
How can we engage in Buddhist pastoral care while addressing the pressing issues of our times? Join us Thursday, April 28, from 4-5pm Pacific Time for a panel with Rev. Blayne Higa, Rev. Jo Laurence, and Rev. Trent Thornley as […]
Please join us (virtually) for the 2022 Graduation and Commencement service on Friday, May 20, 2022. We will be honoring those students completing degree and certificate programs in 2022 as well as those students from 2020 and 2021. In order […]
Curious about Buddhist chaplaincy? Join the Sati Center and the Institute of Buddhist Studies for a half-day overview of a chaplain's work of providing spiritual care and support for people in hospitals, hospices, prisons, and a wide variety of other […]
IBS is pleased to offer a Virtual Open House on Wednesday July 20, 2022 from 5:30-6:30PST. Come learn about our stackable curriculum, degree and certificate programs, financial aid and more! IBS alum CJ Sokugan Dunford will speak about their educational experiences […]
